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Paying for UT Austin

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what UT Austin actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Free tuition at UT Austin for families earning under $100,000 a year. Free tuition (and fees) for in-state families earning ≤$100k via Texas Advance Commitment/Promise Plus (starting Fall 2025); partial support $100k-$125k; no-loan pledge for eligible students.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run UT Austin's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$12,157/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$14,135/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$17,258/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$25,597/yr after aid
$110k+$28,408/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$30,762
In-state tuition$11,752
Out-of-state tuition$41,070
Room & board$13,600
Average net price$17,842
Students on aid60%
Financial needDoes not meet full need for everyone
International studentsLimited aid for international students, mostly merit

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